Opinion
Is this Sony's moment of truth?
Daniel Loeb may have struck at the right time, with Japan Inc. reforming governance
Health Care
Politics
Bangladesh PM lays plan for 'Hasinacare'
Government aims to bring universal health insurance to 155 million
Health Care
Japan plans subscription model to promote primary care
Aim is to reduce frequent hospital visits while encouraging regular checkups
Health Care
Japan's trading houses find a gem in Asia's health care market
Itochu, Mitsui and others sense opportunity in a richer, older population
Interview
China's lost M&A from trade war can be Japan's gain: Goldman COO
Shareholder activism offers 'big opportunity' for bank to guide baffled companies
Companies
Japan's Toray seeks fast approval for 'single drop' cancer blood test
Simple screenings hold promise of helping early detection in tough cases
Business trends
Fitness boom in Cambodia and Vietnam attracts Japan Inc muscle
Health-related markets growing at over 50% annually
Business deals
Japanese drugstore chains discuss merger to become top player
Sugi and Cocokara Fine will pursue a deal but another rival is also in the running
Business trends
Once taboo, men in Asia increasingly turn to fertility treatments
Better access to care and eroding prejudices give hope to childless couples
Politics
Novartis' $305,000 cancer drug covered by Japan health insurance
Leukemia treatment raises concerns over financial strain on system
